June 1944: The largest Allied operation of World War II began in Normandy, France. Few know in detail exactly why and how, from the end of 1943 through August 1944, this region became the most important location in the world. Blending multiple cinematographic techniques, including animation, CGI and stunning live-action images, the documentary brings this monumental event to the world's largest screens.

Narrated by Tom Brokaw

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Wide screen.

Special features: interviews with Pascal Vuong, Tom Brokaw, and Peter Herrly; behind the scenes (Normandy and Sand Animation); and more

Featuring Tom Brokaw and the London Symphony Orchestra.

DVD, region 1, widescreen presentation, Dolby Digital 5.0.